National Philanthropy Day

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2022 Date	November 15, 2022
2023 Date	November 15, 2023

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National Philanthropy Day in 2022

Tuesday, Nov 15

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National Philanthropy Day History

National Philanthropy Day seeks to recognize and pay tribute to philanthropy and philanthropists. This day aims to acknowledge the contributions of philanthropy in the world.

National Philanthropy Day was founded in 1986 by philanthropist Douglas Freeman. It was signed into law as an official observance in 2013 by the Canadian government. It has since been recognized internationally and continues to be observed annually on November 15th.

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This National Philanthropy Day, we're celebrating the amazing donors and partners who helped us impact over 45,000 children across the country this year 💙 Thank you for giving kids of all backgrounds and abilities a spot on the team. None of this is possible without you 👏 https://t.co/UXmSF5S7gu
— Jays Care Foundation (@JaysCare) November 15, 2022

Today, on National Philanthropy Day, we’d like to say thank you. Our incredible donors and supporters are leaders in the community and help make our hospital an excellent place for patients and staff. Your support means so much to the community, and we can’t thank you enough. https://t.co/pQdz9A3dii
— Dartmouth General Hospital Foundation (@DGHfoundation) November 15, 2022

Today—on #NationalPhilanthropyDay, we want to recognize our incredible supporters. Together, we can continue striving toward a truly barrier-free sport system where every single Canadian can imagine themselves at the start line. THANK YOU! https://t.co/ZvgvEDRu5q
— Paralympic Foundation of Canada (@ParalympicFdnCA) November 15, 2022

National Philanthropy Day Facts & Quotes

Former billionaire and co-founder of Duty Free Shoppers Charles 'Chuck' Feeney, 89, has donated more than $8 billion over the last four decades according to Forbes. His foundation, Atlantic Philanthropies, donates and funds charities, universities, and foundations around the world. His mission: I see little reason to delay giving when so much good can be achieved through supporting worthwhile causes.
According to Giving USA, American individuals, bequests, foundations, and corporations gave an estimated $471.44 billion to U.S. charities in 2020.
The word philanthropy comes from the Greek word 'philanthrōpos', meaning loving mankind. It is the combination of the Latin 'philo', which means loving, and 'anthrōpos', which means mankind.

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Updated 04:55 Machinists Union Commemorates National Philanthropy Day, Applauds the Work of Guide Dogs of America - IAMAW

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Ivey students give thanks on National Philanthropy Day

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Niagara College thanks donors on National Philanthropy Day | InsideNC

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National Philanthropy Day Top Events and Things to Do

Find a charity or organization that interests you at Discover Charities
Give back to your community through service or donation.
Watch a film or documentary about giving back. Here are our suggestions:
Sweet Inspirations (2019)
Living on One Dollar (2013)
Girl Rising (2013)